Dental Assistant - - Sevierville, TN

Have full comprehension and knowledge of all dental procedures and tasks associated with each procedure including knowledge of equipment supplies and instruments. Ability to always maintain a clean and organized workspace. Follow office protocols for cleaning and maintaining a safe operatory for yourself, the patient and others. Must have good organization skills to be able to work efficiently with knowledge of where supplies are kept within the workspace. Ability to work effectively as part of a team, supporting coworkers when needed, communicate openly and contribute to a positive and respectful work environment. Always maintain HIPPA compliance. Make sure operatory is prepped with needed supplies and instruments for patient’s arrival. Examine patient's history, chart, and treatment plan. Put x-rays and/or Trios 5 scans of treatment area on computer screen. Update patient’s medical history and take vital signs and review medications being taken. Accurately chart current existing and required treatments. Explain to patient the treatment planned for the day and answer any questions. Make patient feel comfortable while prepping for dental procedures. Have compassion for patient who has dental anxiety and inform them as much as needed in regard to the standard operating procedures in treatment. Must have good manual dexterity for four-handed dental assisting with the dentist. Must be able to efficiently pass instruments to the dentist and know the next instrument needed for the procedure and be ready to pass when doctor is ready. Take impressions if needed. Communicate with patients to prepare for future appointments and align treatment expectations.  Follow the practice’s treatment sequencing process. Walk the patient out of operatory and to the front desk after procedure completion. Sterilize instruments and follow all OSHA regulations. Be aware when an instruments and/or equipment needs repairs and inform the front desk in a timely fashion. Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 32.0 per week Work Location: In person

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